The probate process is full of many twists and turns, which can make life difficult on the executor of the will. On one side of things, it’s an honor to serve as the executor of a will and testament. Conversely, this can be a scary and often intimidating experience,...
Month: July 2018
When an executor breaches their fiduciary duties
Estate planning and probate can be tough for many reasons, emotions can run high and all people involved may be confused about certain facets of the process. Setting up and modifying an estate plan can be tricky, but it can also be difficult for people to deal with an...
Selling commercial real estate for the first time
When it comes to commercial real estate transactions, there are many pointers to keep in mind. For starters, the approach differs for someone who is buying or leasing commercial real estate as opposed to someone who is selling commercial real estate. If this will be...
Elements of a trade secret
New York law recognizes that having a formula, client list or other confidential information may be what defines a company’s success. The American Bar Association explains that although the federal Uniform Trade Secrets Act provides the definition of a trade secret in...
Avoiding commercial real estate problems
Whether you plan on buying, selling or leasing commercial real estate, there are a number of problems that may arise. In some instances, these problems can be so serious that they may prevent a real estate deal altogether. There are many different pitfalls associated...